For Prince Edward Island artist Emily Howard, inspiration is never far away. Working in a style that blends abstract and impressionism, Emily draws on the vibrant colours, textures, and landscapes that surround her every day. From sandy beaches and rolling shorelines to fields and flowers, PEI’s natural beauty is woven throughout her artwork. Along with acrylic paint, oil pastels, and gold leaf, she is known to use PEI soil and sand to bring her paintings to life. Her creative process often begins recalling a moment, like a walk on the beach or time spent enjoying the scenery. “I start with a memory,” she says, “remembering what that day was like – walking, breathing in the fresh air. Then I paint.”